Patents by Inventor Alan J. Aldred

Alan J. Aldred has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Containers
    Patent number: 5516562
    Abstract: A container suitable for hazardous liquids such as agrochemical concentrates comprises an outer shell (I) made from a compressed fiber material, typically recycled biodegradable material, having an associated barrier (3) comprising a water soluble or water dispersible polymeric material. The container is stackable. A method of making the container, and of testing the coating for leaks, is also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 1993
    Date of Patent: May 14, 1996
    Assignee: Rhone-Poulenc Agriculture, Ltd.
    Inventors: David B. Edwards, Alan J. Aldred
  • Shock protection packaging for liquids
    Patent number: 5464097
    Abstract: A package for liquid concentrates comprises an outer container (1) and an inner water-soluble or water-dispersible envelope (3) containing the concentrate. The container (1) has a shock absorbing base formed by joining a base-part (9) to the main body-part (8) with an S-shaped or corrugated strip (10), thus providing a flexible connection allowing relative movement between the base-part (9) and main body-part (8). The container (1) is sealed with a removable foil lid (2) and is tapered towards its bottom and has a wide neck to allow easy exit of the envelope (3).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 1995
    Date of Patent: November 7, 1995
    Assignee: May & Baker Limited
    Inventors: David B. Edwards, William J. McCarthy, Alan J. Aldred, Anthony D. Jackman
  • Packaging for liquid products
    Patent number: 5422113
    Abstract: A package for a liquid, to be dissolved or dispersed in water, contained in an envelope of water soluble or dispersible material, the envelope having a flexible wall and a water soluble or water dispersible heat seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 1993
    Date of Patent: June 6, 1995
    Assignee: May & Baker Ltd.
    Inventors: David B. Edwards, William J. McCarthy, Alan J. Aldred, Anthony D. Jackman
  • Packaging for liquid products
    Patent number: 5419909
    Abstract: A package for a liquid, to be dissolved or dispersed in water, contained in an envelope of water soluble or dispersible material, the envelope having a flexible wall and a water soluble or water dispersible heat seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 1993
    Date of Patent: May 30, 1995
    Assignee: May & Baker Ltd.
    Inventors: David B. Edwards, William J. McCarthy, Alan J. Aldred, Anthony D. Jackman
  • Packaging for liquid products
    Patent number: 5407680
    Abstract: A package for a liquid, to be dissolved or dispersed in water, contained in an envelope of water soluble or dispersible material, the envelope having a flexible wall and a water soluble or water dispersible heat seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 18, 1995
    Assignee: May & Baker Ltd.
    Inventors: David B. Edwards, William J. McCarthy, Alan J. Aldred, Anthony D. Jackman
  • Packaging for liquid products
    Patent number: 5403589
    Abstract: A package for a liquid, to be dissolved or dispersed in water, contained in an envelope of water soluble or dispersible material, the envelope having a flexible wall and a water soluble or water dispersible heat seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 4, 1995
    Assignee: May & Baker Ltd.
    Inventors: David B. Edwards, William J. McCarthy, Alan J. Aldred, Anthony D. Jackman
  • Shock protection packaging for liquids
    Patent number: 5394990
    Abstract: A package for liquid concentrate comprises an outer container (1) and an inner water-soluble or water-dispersible envelope (3) containing the concentrate. The container (1) has a shock absorbing base formed by joining a base-part (9) to the main body-part (8) with an S-shaped or corrugated strip (10), thus providing a flexible connection allowing relative movement between the base-part (9) and main body-part (8). The container (1) is sealed with a removable foil lid (2) and is tapered towards its bottom and has a wide neck to allow easy exit of the envelope (3).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 1994
    Date of Patent: March 7, 1995
    Inventors: David B. Edwards, William J. McCarthy, Alan J. Aldred, Anthony D. Jackman
  • Packaging for liquid products
    Patent number: 5395616
    Abstract: A package for a liquid, to be dissolved or dispersed in water, contained in an envelope of water soluble or dispersible material, the envelope having a flexible wall and a water soluble or water dispersible heat seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1993
    Date of Patent: March 7, 1995
    Assignee: May & Baker Ltd.
    Inventors: David B. Edwards, William J. McCarthy, Alan J. Aldred, Anthony D. Jackman
  • Packaging for liquid products
    Patent number: 5395617
    Abstract: A package for a liquid, to be dissolved or dispersed in water, contained in an envelope of water soluble or dispersible material, the envelope having a flexible wall and a water soluble or water dispersible heat seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 1993
    Date of Patent: March 7, 1995
    Assignee: May & Baker Limited
    Inventors: David B. Edwards, William J. McCarthy, Alan J. Aldred, Anthony D. Jackman